conclusion

noun

kən-ˈklü-zhən How to pronounce conclusion (audio)
Definition of conclusionnext
1
as in inference
an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning the detective's conclusion that the murderer had to be left-handed

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2
as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration came to the conclusion that we couldn't go on vacation while the dog was sick

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3
as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause all their efforts came to no practical conclusion

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4
as in ending
the last part of a process or action the conclusion of the speech was a national call to arms

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5
as in cessation
the stopping of a process or activity a bell signaled the conclusion of the event

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Recent Examples of conclusion These conclusions are based on Bitsight's technical research. — Jesse Watson , Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2026 There were slight differences in the maps due to improvements in the code since the earlier works, but the conclusions remained the same. — Olivia Harper Wilkins, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026 The studio declined to finance the ambitious project’s conclusion, and Bakshi’s movie soon cooled into one of history’s most conspicuously unfinished epics. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2026 All That ran for 10 seasons from its 1994 premiere to its 2005 conclusion. — Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conclusion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusion
  1. inference
  2. decision
  3. outcome
  4. ending
  5. cessation
  6. deduction
  7. opinion
  8. result
Noun
  • However, rocket watchers have made a few inferences from the limited available information.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The model uses that demonstration as context at inference time rather than updating its parameters through another training cycle.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of inference
Noun
  • World soccer governing body FIFA, which organizes the World Cup, said immigration decisions were the purview of host countries for the tournament.
    — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • And, Congress declined to maintain subsidies that Americans buying coverage through health insurance exchanges receive, a decision that has already caused many to let their coverage lapse.
    — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of decision
Noun
  • Rather than risk that outcome, the entire family chose to move to Mexico together.
    — Maria Santana, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The most likely outcomes in my mind are Makhachev controlling Garry for the majority of the fight and winning a clear decision, or perhaps submitting him.
    — Brett Appley, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of outcome
Noun
  • And while the film's ending ultimately requires some logic-bending buy-in, the journey to get there is equal parts thrilling, fun, emotional, and ferocious.
    — Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Don't Let Resentment Outlive the Lesson Major Howell’s story has an unexpected ending, because his most potent insight came long after the working relationship had ended.
    — Mark Nevins, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of ending
Noun
  • Those commitments should be included in a framework agreement, signed by all sides, which outlines the core elements of an eventual peace and enables a cessation of hostilities.
    — Matt Waldman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Texas law defines brain death as the irreversible cessation of brain function.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of cessation
Noun
  • On the flip side, doing the wrong thing meant point deductions.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Employers typically pick up most of the cost of health insurance, but workers must pay a portion of the tab, usually through paycheck deductions.
    — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of deduction
Noun
  • Advisors and travel executives attending Virtuoso Travel Week, which is being held this week in Las Vegas, have diverse opinions and experiences.
    — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Public and political interests and opinions can shift quickly, which Fleming says could impact whether other companies make future ventures into psychedelics.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of opinion
Noun
  • Doctors drew Kabita’s blood to check her hemoglobin levels, then handed the results to the women.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Since the completion of this study, city staff has been implementing the results.
    — Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
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“Conclusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusion. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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